RG301: Looks and Matching Masterclass

“This is my favorite class. It’s creative and concentrates on how color correction can bring your movie or sequence to life. We will review film sequences, and discuss how the color and mood has enhanced the film. You will learn how to create the traditional looks from movies, TV commercials, and music videos. 

We will then focus on matching those looks shot to shot — and how to apply the look across the entire scene. We will work with different cut sequences, showcasing my techniques to get the best from each timeline. 

Here are a few examples of the footage we may use in this class: 

  • TVC beauty type commercial shot on the BMCC. Great for doing very soft/mist type looks.

  • A war sequence shot on Sony F3. It’s fantastic for a ‘Saving Private Ryan’ bleach bypass grade, a hot jungle look, or the classic day for night.

  • The ‘film look’ — How do we achieve it and when is it over the top?

  • A BMW fast cut commercial shot in various conditions on Alexa.

  • How many ways can you color a wedding?

  • A courtroom scene shot with four cameras: Alexa, Blackmagic URSA Mini, Sony, and GoPro. This is fun but not easy.

I will also address how to deal with the different challenges presented by each sequence. Students then get the chance to do the same in a timed situation. Reviewing, class discussion, and feedback are major parts of this class and help simulate what real grading projects with clients in the room are like. This will be conducted using Frame.io for uploads and reviews. I encourage students to upload their own footage to work on and share with the class.” 

Warren Eagles

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You will learn

  • How to use LUTs in creative ways

  • Using plugins and Resolve presets efficiently

  • The grading tool overview

  • Why use a fixed node structure?

  • The best ways to match footage from different cameras

  • Creative ways to use Resolve power windows

  • OFX for beauty work

Who should attend?

Great for any current Resolve colorist or students who have completed either the RG101 Beginner or RG201 Advanced classes or any fxphd Resolve course.

Instructor

Warren has been coloring for 35 years and has been using Resolve since 2005. He co-founded the International Colorist Academy in 2009 and now splits his time between grading and teaching. Warren is based in Brisbane Australia where he owns and operates his own color grading shop.  IMDB credits

Looks covered

  • Spot colors

  • The film Look

  • Bleach bypass

  • The ‘wishy washy’ flat look

  • Day for night

  • Classic black and white

  • Orange and teal

  • Cross process

  • Classic ‘red coat’ isolation

FAQ

What kit do I need?
A laptop or desktop PC or Mac capable of running the latest Resolve software. Two monitors allow you to watch the training on one monitor use Resolve on the other. Headphones and mic. Check you have a stable internet connection suitable for ZOOM with the ability to download around 15GB of class media.

When are your group workshops; I don’t see any scheduled?
I generally run workshops every quarter. They rotate through RG101, RG201, and RG301. They also rotate between time zones.

How will I get the training footage and supporting documents?
A week before your class you will receive a Frame.io download link. This will enable you to be confident and comfortable of your setup before the class begins.

What if the class is not be in my time zone?
A fixed time will not suit everybody, so we run the classes in different time zones with a moderator/translator as needed.

Can I customize a group class with my own requests? Please email any requests with ‘How to do’ questions and I’ll do my best to fit them into the workshop. Questions are an important part of group learning and I encourage them throughout the sessions.

How many students?
Capped at six students.

What is the cost?
Variable depending on the locations but $399 to $599US is a good guide for the two-day class.

Do you offer any student of Society or Guild Member discounts?
Yes. 20% to anybody who qualifies. Cannot be combined with any early bird discount already claimed.

Will I get a recording of the class?
Yes. We record all virtual sessions in ZOOM.

Do you have any post class Q&A?
Yes, you can ask questions via e-mail to me or via the iColorist Facebook and Linkedin groups. 

Can I keep and use the footage supplied in the class?
Yes, you can use it for private practice after the class. You cannot share the material with anyone else or use it with any other training organization.

Hours

This is a guide. The start time might change in your time zone. 

10.00-12.00 Session 1

12.00-12.30 Break

12.30-14.30 Session 2

14.30-15.00 Break

15.00-16.30 Session 3 

Certificates

All students on this course receive an iColorist virtual certificate and a screen recording of the class.